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Terrell Johnson's avatar

"I hated running as a young person because it was punishment for mistakes while playing other sports."

This is SO TRUE, Gene. And I think why so many of us don't take it up again until later in life, when we're trying to get back in shape. After a childhood where it's used as a punishment, who would want to do it when they didn't have to?

I love that you've taken up the guitar! What style do you like/want to play?

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Stan's avatar

that "running as a punishment" really his home and I agree that's likely why i didn't take up running until 50!

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Gene Z's avatar

I have played a few times in a small combo at my church. My favorite music is classic rock, especially The Beatles. I look for YouTube lessons and try whatever catches my eye. I play acoustic more than electric, mostly because it’s instant gratification that doesn’t require me to plug in my electric guitars and then have to be careful with the volume!

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Justin Stanchfield's avatar

Go for it, definitely! There are damn few thrills in life like standing in front of a crowd and playing music. Terrifying, yes, but exhilarating all at once!

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Gene Z's avatar

Thanks for the encouragement, Justin! I'm working on it!

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